A travel & adventure blog by Kara Santos
SINGAPORE (10 March 2026) – The Disney Adventure welcomed its first guests, setting sail on its maiden voyage from Singapore and becoming the first Disney Cruise Line ship to homeport in Asia. The ship draws on over 100 years of Disney storytelling, bringing beloved Disney, Marvel, and Pixar tales to life in brand new ways for guests in Asia.
SINGAPORE (March 4, 2026) – Disney Cruise Line welcomed its newest ship, the Disney Adventure, to its rapidly expanding fleet in a dazzling entertainment showcase that celebrated the beloved Disney stories, characters, and music that come to life onboard. The elegant artistry of the christening ceremony punctuated the introduction of the cruise line’s first ever ship to sail in Southeast Asia.
SINGAPORE (March 3, 2026) – Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Adventure, has arrived at its new home port of Singapore, making magical sea vacations more accessible than ever.
After a two-month journey around the globe, the Disney Adventure reached Marina Bay Cruise Centre Singapore on March 3, where its arrival was greeted by a water salute and fireworks. The Disney Adventure is Disney Cruise Line’s first ship to homeport in Asia.
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Is biking around Marinduque on your bucket list this 2026? Bike tours are now available for those looking for a hassle-free way to tour the island province on two wheels, with initial tour dates set for March, April and May 2026.
Iron Man himself will be christening the new Disney Cruise Line in Singapore. Academy Award-winning actor Robert Downey Jr. has officially been appointed as the godparent for the Disney Adventure, Disney Cruise Line’s newest and largest ship. The vessel will be sailing on its maiden voyage from its home port in Singapore next month.
Downey’s role as the genius, billionaire, playboy and philanthropist Tony Stark/Iron Man remains the heart of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the highest-grossing film franchise of all time. His character’s cinematic journey as Iron Man culminated in Avengers: Endgame. Downey was named an official Disney Legend in 2019 and is set to star as Doctor Doom in Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Doomsday, in theaters Dec. 18.
Continue reading “Disney Adventure: Robert Downey Jr. to christen new Disney Cruise Line in Singapore”Looking for new travel inspiration this year? You might want to grab a copy of Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2026, a collection of 50 best destinations and experiences around the world for intrepid travelers for the year ahead.
The MICHELIN Guide has finally arrived in the Philippines, with nine restaurants in Manila and Environs & Cebu earning prestigious Stars, including one earning Two MICHELIN Stars in its debut year. The first Philippine edition for 2026 includes 108 establishments, including 90 across Manila and Environs and 18 in Cebu.
This is a huge deal for the Philippine food scene. Whether or not you agree with the selection, if you like eating out, you’re probably curious to try some of the restaurants that were recognized and wondering where they’re located.
Scroll to the end for a savable and shareable list on social media for easy reference.
Continue reading “LIST: MICHELIN Guide to the Philippines | Manila and Environs & Cebu 2026”Originally published March 2024, updated November 2025
The Philippines now has five cities that are part of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN). Dumaguete City has been designated Creative City of Literature, while Quezon City was named Creative City of Film, following its application to the UNESCO Creative City of Film Network in 2023.
Previously, Iloilo was named a UNESCO City of Gastronomy in 2023, while Cebu was given the title of Creative City of Design in 2019. Baguio City was the first Philippine city to join the UCCN network, having been named a Creative City of Crafts and Folk Art in 2017.
Continue reading “UNESCO Creative Cities in the Philippines”The global shift toward remote work has redefined where and how professionals live and operate. Once confined to traditional office spaces, today’s workforce is increasingly mobile, blurring the lines between business and leisure.
If you use public transportation in Metro Manila, you probably already own a beep card. These stored value cards can be used to pay fare in Metro Manila’s 3 elevated railways – the LRT, LRT-2, MRT-3, point-to-point (P2P) buses, modern PUVs and Cebu ferries.
Going cashless saves you the hassle of lining up every time to get a ticket and saves you a bit on fare compared to using single-journey tickets. These cards can also be used to pay for transactions in some convenience stores and LRT-1 stalls.
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